Collects and processes blood specimens for testing in the laboratory.

Reports to: Phlebotomy Supervisor

Under the supervision and direction of a medical technologist and under CLAI88 guideline, performs pre- and post- analytical test processing areas of the clinical lab which may or may not include the following:
A. Placing specimens on the automated analyzers for analysis
B. Processes microbiology specimens for routine culture analysis
C. Performs waived and moderate testing platforms
E. Logging and distribution of patient test specimens from the processing areas in the lab to the respective test areas
F. Entering patient demographics and test orders into the automated chemistry analyzer
Drag Edit DeleteLabels, processes and delivers specimens for testing.Drag Edit DeleteCollects ordered specimens from patients using age-appropriate techniques.Drag Edit DeleteMaintains scheduled and non-scheduled equipment maintenance and medical supplies.Drag Edit DeleteUtilize computer system for data entry and monitoring workflowDrag Edit DeleteAccurately registers patients using appropriate method and registration procedures.Drag Edit DeletePerforms routine department functions, such as answering the phone in an appropriate and timely manner, taking/delivering messages and transferring calls as needed, faxing and copying.Drag Edit DeleteMaintains a clean and organized work environmentDrag Edit DeletePerform and record quality control results for occupational medicine as requiredDrag Edit DeleteDirect workflow, lunch breaks, and breaks of phlebotomists in the absence of a Lead or SupervisorDrag Edit DeleteOrder supplies for phlebotomy and fills orders from other other departments/clients as directedDrag Edit DeleteActive team member during inventoryDrag Edit DeleteStocks laboratory supplies and manages expiration dates on suppliesDrag Edit DeleteOversee the reference lab send outs for proper collection and processing according to reference lab protocolDrag Edit DeleteOversee the pathology specimens for proper collection and processing according to pathology protocolDrag Edit DeleteOversee the STATE LAB Specimen are properly collected and processed according to STATE LAB proceduresDrag Edit DeleteAssist in training new team membersDrag Edit DeleteStore monthly reports properly
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent - RequiredDrag Edit DeleteMinimum Education
Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Preferred
Formal Phlebotomy program with a minimum of 40 hours of clinical experience/certification - PreferredDrag Edit DeleteRequired Skills
Certification:
BLS certification from approved American Heart Association or American Red Cross training center must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
CPT Certification from an approved phlebotomy certification association or similar professional certification (e.g., MA, PCT, EMT) - PreferredDrag Edit DeleteRequired Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Drag Edit DeleteMinimum Work Experience
Two years of phlebotomy/accessioning experience in a hospital setting or 6 months of successful performance at Sumner Regional Medical Center or enrolled in a clinical laboratory science institution
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